Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is working with Robert Half to identify a results-driven Financial Analyst to join a forward-thinking Financial Planning & Analysis (FP& A) team. This position plays an integral role in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis across multiple business areas. The ideal candidate is comfortable with data, technology, and automation, and is eager to translate financial trends into actionable insights that inform business strategy.

This role offers exposure to senior leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, evolving organization. Candidates must be based in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area; relocation assistance is not available. A flexible hybrid work model is offered, with in-office presence required on an as-needed basis.

Key Responsibilities:

Forecasting & Planning

• Partner with finance and business leaders to develop and refine monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts and budgets.
• Analyze revenue and expense trends and identify key performance drivers.

Reporting & Analysis

• Conduct variance analysis and highlight insights vs. plan, forecast, and prior periods.
• Collaborate with corporate teams to deliver reports and forecasts using financial systems and planning tools.

Tool Building & Automation

• Develop and maintain scalable models and reporting templates using Excel, NetSuite, and BI platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Identify opportunities for process automation using low-code tools, macros, or scripts.

Month-End Support

• Contribute to monthly and quarterly close activities through preparation of reports, dashboards, and variance summaries.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across performance tracking tools.

Ad Hoc Projects

• Support strategic initiatives such as cost analysis, pricing, scenario modeling, and profitability assessments.
• Create impactful presentations for leadership, combining data storytelling and visualizations.

• Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; CPA/CFA is a plus.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience, ideally within FP& A or accounting functions.
• Proficient with planning software (e.g., NetSuite Planning & Budgeting, Anaplan, Adaptive Insights) and BI tools.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; knowledge of SQL, Python, or R is a plus.
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and experience with general ledger data.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to convert data into business narratives.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly present financial information.
• Professional integrity and discretion in handling sensitive data.

Compensation:

• Base salary range: $70,000–$80,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
• We offer a full suite of benefits and generous PTO to our employees. Details will be shared upon interview

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